Latest articles by Andrew Martonik
Bixby isn't dead or going away anytime soon — it's actually improving and expanding
Unfortunately for the Bixby haters, it's going to be around for a long time — because Samsung's entire smart home ecosystem depends on it.
Pocket Casts app acquired by NPR-led radio group, will continue development [Update]
Pocket Casts, one of the best cross-platform podcast apps, has been acquired by a group of public radio-focused companies headlined by NPR.
Digital Wellbeing and parental controls are now required on all Google-certified Android phones
It's not your duty to suffer through the early days of RCS — just use another messaging app
NBC Sports introduces 'Premier League Pass' at $50 per season for cord cutters
The opposing forces of hating cable providers while also loving sports just got a little friendlier.
Barnes & Noble recalls Nook 7 tablet chargers over electrical shock concern
There are plenty of issues with the Barnes & Noble Nook 7 tablet (not the least of which being its questionable software), but B&N is also now issuing a recall of the Nook 7's charger.
LeEco expands sales, starts offering Le Pro3 and Le S3 at Target
After launching in the U.S. via its own online sales at LeMall.com, LeEco is expanding its phone sales to Target as well.
From the Editor's Desk: More companies should show off concept phones
OnePlus deserves a ton of credit for actually showing off a concept phone, rather than keeping everything under wraps. I sure wish more companies would start doing the same
Google response to EU fine allows forked devices, shifts un-bundled apps to paid license
Google just announced changes to the way it will license Android and its app suite to companies distributing devices in Europe, and the changes aren't great for everyone.
U.S. has some of the best LTE coverage in the world, but still lags behind in speed
OpenSignal has updated its "State of LTE" report, showing how available and fast LTE networks are around the world.
Android Instant Apps seeing limited launch today, will open up further over time
After learning about Google's new "Android Instant Apps" initiative back at Google I/O 2016, they are finally ready for live trials in the real world.
From the Editor's Desk: Sorry, the headphone jack isn't coming back
Hate to have to break it to you, but it's the reality of the situation. The headphone jack is gone from phones, and it isn't coming back — and we'll all be okay, I'm certain of it.
Google Cloud Platform outage took down many popular apps, now fully fixed
Google Cloud Platform had an outage today, around 12:35 p.m. PT, that limited the ability for many popular apps to connect with the cloud that they're reliant on.
Camera maker RED just announced a $1200 phone — the Hydrogen One
RED, best known for its massively powerful cinema-quality cameras, has announced it's making a smartphone called the "Hydrogen One" — and it costs $1195.
Yes, RED is actually making the Hydrogen One phone
Remember when camera maker RED seemingly randomly announced it was making a $1200 phone, the Hydrogen One, back in July? Yeah, it's actually doing that for real.
Emergency alerts and Android: What you need to know
Emergency alerts on your Android smartphone are a good thing — even if they are a bit annoying sometimes!
How to clear search and location history in Google Maps on Android
We all search for plenty of wacky and one-time things in Google Maps, and despite what Google thinks we don't always want that sitting in our history forever.
Google Pixel Buds 2020 review: These AirPods competitors were worth the wait
For its second set of headphones, Google dropped quirks and just made a great pair of earbuds. The new Pixel Buds are one of the best true wireless headphones available.
Should you buy a Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 with LTE?
The Galaxy Watch 3 choices include either Bluetooth-only or LTE-connected versions, so which one is right for you? Here's what we know.
